Mighty Joe Young (1998)

Director: Ron Underwood  Starring: Bill Paxton  Charlize Theron  
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Publisher: Buena Vista (Disney)
Format: DVD
UPC: 00717951001641
Buy.com Sku: 40108412
Item#: VJ2FNJ
Category Keywords: Africa  Family (General)  Fantasy  Monsters  Theatrical Release 
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Features: DVD, Aspect Ratio 1.85:1, Dolby Digital (5.1)
 
In the classic tradition of heroic Disney adventures comes the extraordinary Mighty Joe Young--a thrilling story, full of excitement, friendship, courage and heart. The legendary Joe, a playful, smart fifteen-foot-tall gorilla, and his lifelong best friend Jill Young (Charlize Theron) have grown up together in the remote mountains of Central Africa. When Joe's peaceful existence is shattered by poachers, Jill and zoologist Gregg O' Hara (Bill Paxton) rescue their innocent friend and move him to the safety of an animal conservancy in California. But Joe's safety is short-lived. No longer a myth, his notoriety makes him a target for an enemy from his past--a ruthless hunter who will do anything to capture the mighty Joe.
 


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An enormous gorilla exhibits endless compassion and courage. In his native jungle he cares for and protects an orphaned girl who later brings him to Los Angeles to save him from ruthless poachers. However, once there, the man-made confines and threats from a new set of cruel and greedy trophy-hunters cause the otherwise gentle, but misunderstood, beast to totally flip out. Remake of the black and white classic.

 
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In the classic tradition of heroic Disney adventures comes the extraordinary MIGHTY JOE YOUNG -- a thrilling story full of excitement, friendship, courage, and heart. The legendary Joe, a playful, smart fifteen-foot-tall gorilla, and his lifelong best friend Jill Young (Charlize Theron) have grown up together in the remote mountains of Central Africa. When Joe's peaceful existence is shattered by poachers, Jill and zoologist Gregg O'Hara (Bill Paxton) rescue their innocent friend and move him to the safety of an animal conservancy in California. But Joe's safety is short-lived. No longer a myth, his notoriety makes him a target for an enemy from his past -- a ruthless hunter who will do anything to capture the Mighty Joe. From the moment you meet him to his incredible display of courage, Mighty Joe Young will fill your eyes with wonder and your heart with magic.

Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.

 
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Release Information
Studio: Buena Vista (Disney)
Release Date: 4/6/2004
Running Time: 114 minutes
Original Release Date: 1998
Catalog ID: 16538
UPC: 00717951001641
Number of Discs: 1

Audio & Video
Original Language: English
Available Audio Tracks: English [CC], English
Video: Color

 
Cast & Crew
Peter Firth
Bill Paxton
Naveen Andrews
David Paymer
Charlize Theron
Rade Serbedzija
Regina King
Mark Rosenthal - Screenplay
Ruth Rose - Screenplay
Paul Hirsch - Editor
Oliver Wood - Director of Photography
Donald Peterman - Director of Photography
Tom Jacobson - Producer
Ted Hartley - Producer
James Horner - Composer
Rick Baker - Special Effects Designer
Lawrence Konner - Screenplay
Ron Underwood - Director

 
Professional Reviews
Sight and Sound
"...Theron is a saucy punchline to the movie's riddle..." 03/??/1999 p.48-9

Box Office
"...It gently teaches lessons about respect for human and animal life while being thoroughly engaging..." -- 4 out of 5 stars 02/01/1999 p.59-60

Los Angeles Times
"...Technically, this Joe is a sensation, perhaps the most lifelike giant of them all..." 12/25/1998 p.C24

  
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Cinematography 4.5
Plot 4.5
Acting 4.5
Overall Satisfaction 4.5
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5 of 5 GREAT FAMILY MOVIE Sunday, January 02, 2000
A Viewer from Ft Walton Beach, FL  

This was an excellent remake of Mighty Joe Young. Mighty Joe was realistic and the storyline was wonderful. A definite must see.
 
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4 of 5 Mighty Joe Young. Big hearted movie. Sunday, May 30, 1999
scottboy from Spring Lake NJ  
Mighty Joe young's latest remake of the original has come home. And who better to do it then Disney. I really injoyed this new version. Even tho it is made for kids, the kid in me came out for air. This movie has great smooth blending of the animated robotic Mighty Joe young. It looks sop real it is amazing. This is a must see for your family.
 
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